After having our primary launch dates rained out, this weekend poses an even greater risk of rain than last time and thus, we are forced to scrub the event.

The quantity of rainfall forecasted over the weekend would not only likely prevent launch, but would also compromise site safety.

And this, ladies and gentlemen, is why we schedule TWO high altitude high power events. Hopefully we can gather for our next attempt at this same location, which will take place August 29 and 30 2015.

Also note that this is not common within the QRC: This is our first full scrub since 2009.

VIPE 2015 - postponed to July 18-19 due to rain:: 2015/07/01

Hello fellow rocket builders and launchers!

In light of the most recent forecasts covering the area of our launch, we have no choice but to postpone the launch to our rain date of July 18 and 19. Thunderstorm season is in full effect in the area, and the thunderstorms can be skittish and unpredictable.

In order to be on time and take part in our grouped motor shipment, we recommend you place your orders over the course of this week, making sure stock checks and the shipment itself can all get out on time.

Note that the Canadian Rocketry Store now offer Aerotech's new single-use high power line (Disposable Motor System: DMS) which has a pretty vast 38mm selection and even a few 54mm motors going all the way to "L" impulse!

Despite a very tricky weather forecast, we've found the conditions good enough for a launch this weekend, especially with Sunday looking well clear of any bad weather or high winds giving for some great rocketry conditions.

For Saturday we are expecting a varying altitude ceiling given cloud cover is expected, with a slight risk of rain around lunch time and a bit of an increase in wind speeds. Conditions should improve in the evening. For Sunday we are expecting excellent conditions all day.

It's already time to make your motor orders for Rocket Fest 2015, the first QRC launch of the season held on May 16-17 2015! If you want to jump in our group buy, consult this page for more info: http://www.clubqf.ca/en/ev-information.html#motorinfoThe promotion code to order from Canadian Rocketry Store is: CQF052015

Note that the Canadian Rocketry Store now offer Aerotech's new single-use high power line (Disposable Motor System: DMS) which has a pretty vast 38mm selection and even a few 54mm motors going all the way to "L" impulse!

The motor order phase should close sometime midway next week. After that it should be time for weather reviews and a few final touches before we launch!